A backyard can be one of the most important features homeowners look at when purchasing a home. Whether they’re looking for a small space for pets and kids or a large area made for hosting, the initial want is always the same: a functional yard that can meet their basic needs. But why stop at functional when you can make your yard enjoyable? With a little spring prep, you can build your perfect outdoor entertainment system, just in time for summer. Here’s how to get started:
1. Create Your Wish List
Start by thinking about everything you want your backyard to be able to do and create a wish list. Want crisp, consistent audio no matter where you’re standing or how many people are with you? Write it down. Want to be able to host backyard watch parties for your favorite team without worrying about glare on the TV? Add that too. Don’t forget about lighting because backyard hangs happen at night too. The more ideas you write down, the easier it will be to come up with a starting point and smart tech solutions. Not sure what to add? Get some inspiration here.
2. Do Your Research
While reviews from real customers are helpful, you’ll want to do your research. Visit the manufacturer’s website and read what they say about the product you want including its dimensions, details, durability, and warranty. Outdoor entertainment equipment is constantly exposed to the elements, especially in Las Vegas, so quality and warranty coverage matter more than ever. Don’t just take the manufacturer’s word, though. Call an integrator. At ADS, we work with several manufacturers, often visiting their design studios to stay up to date on their products and their capabilities. That means when we make a recommendation, it comes from real knowledge and experience, not just a sales catalog.
3. Think Seamless Automation
The best part of a well-built outdoor entertainment system is that it works without you noticing. Already have an interior smart home system? Look for products that can connect with what you already own; this way your systems work cohesively rather than separately. Control it however makes sense for you: an app, your voice, a keypad by the back door, or a remote. Plus, with the right brands – like Sonos, Lutron, Control4, and Josh.ai – you can set up scenes that do the heavy lifting for you. One tap for entertaining mode, another for movie night, another to wind things down at the end of the evening. That’s the kind of backyard that gets used every single day.
4. Work With a Professional
Google can only take you so far. Professional integrators (like us) have installed numerous systems and know what works and what doesn’t. We’ll work with your budget, helping you prioritize what matters most from your wish list versus what can be added later. Plus, we think about things you wouldn’t: where to run cable, which TV can handle direct sunlight, or whether your Wi-Fi can support what you’re trying to do outside.
Ready to upgrade your backyard before summer? Contact the Acoustic Design Systems design team at 702-648-7474 or schedule a consultation to start your backyard spring prep today.
